The Damas Night Mangrove Tour near Manuel Antonio is one of the best night adventures in Costa Rica. Not only that you may see wildlife, but the darkness, the bright eyes glowing in the shades, the stars above on clear days. It is magical!
The Night Mangrove Boat Tour near Manuel Antonio is one of Epic Adventures’ most popular tours and one of its best-kept secrets.
You will embark on a journey that will take you to Isla de Damas, a special corner where nature and adventure converge in a magical way. This journey promises to introduce you to the beauty of the dusk and the tranquility of the waters, a perfect combination for those who seek special moments.
The mangrove forest is one of the most vital and astonishing ecosystems in the world. Covering thousands of acres of protected forest, this incredible environment is home to a wide variety of birds, reptiles, mammals, and insects. It’s intriguing to note that around 70% of its wildlife is nocturnal.
The Night Mangrove Boat Tour near Manuel Antonio is a Costa Rican night nature adventure is highly recommended for naturalists of all ages who want to feel the magic of tropical nature at night.
You’ll be safely transported through the mangrove channels in our high-tech, ultra-quiet boat (there will be no hiking on this tour). Discover and enjoy some of the most astonishing wonders and secrets of this incredible ecosystem.
You will have your world-class, bilingual guides and naturalists guiding you peacefully and comfortably as the night embraces you and the dramatic darkness of the mangrove allows you to see the active wildlife in the night.
Observe the nightlife in the mangroves, bright eyes from the trees, active crocodiles fishing for food, night birds moving the mud, and day-active animals sleeping on the trees. See how different exotic trees in Costa Rica replenish the environment while sustaining themselves for decades of growth.
Wind through acres of a protected, pristine Costa Rican estuary as your knowledgeable guides teach you about the secrets – both past and present – of the mangrove eco-structure that is so important to Costa Rica and the rest of the world.
Remember to point out the caimans, sloths, crocodiles, boas, white face monkeys, egrets, and many other wildlife species as your boat leisurely winds its way through the mangrove channels and along the gentle currents of the coastal tides.
The boat moves forward with determination, guiding you deeper into the night. Stars begin to twinkle in the sky, resembling jewels scattered across a canvas of darkness. As you approach a horizon where the line between ocean and sky blurs, each wave that breaks in your wake seems to hold the secrets of the waters.
In this surreal state, hours pass like minutes. The darkness that surrounds you facilitates conversations and laughter, creating an atmosphere of exceptional camaraderie. Memories are formed and endure long after the stars have faded, a result of the magic of the night and the bonds forged in the moment.
Around 8:00 p.m., the boat will be returning to the pier and your appetite had been already sharpened by the adventure and conversations.
We will take you to a traditional restaurant, where you savor the regional flavors. The fusion of exquisite aromas and a welcoming atmosphere will create a culinary experience that contrasts harmoniously with the wonder of the previous night.
By 9:00 p.m., you return to the hotel with a heart full of gratitude and contentment.
The Damas Island Mangroves Tour will have provided you an encounter with the magic of nature in its purest form and share memorable moments with fellow travelers who will become friends. end your adventure with a relaxing yet rewarding dinner in typical Costa Rican flavor at a local restaurant.
Don’t put off having this experience until you get back home. Live it right now! The night mangrove boat tour near Manuel Antonio is spectacular!
You can also enjoy this experience by boat or kayak in our daytime Damas Island Mangroves here.
